Rosemary Buttermilk Bread

Looking for a quick and easy savory bread to serve with fall stews and soups?  This is just the recipe for you.  Easy to prepare and wonderful when served warm with a side of olive oil for dipping.  The fresh rosemary is the key to this savory bread.  This easy to prepare recipe will make you the star at any dinner party or family gathering.  If you have ever been hesitant to make a fresh loaf of bread, look no further, this recipe is for you.

Rosemary Buttermilk Bread

From – apassionforentertaining.com 

2 cups flour

¼ cup sugar

1 ½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped

1 cup buttermilk

1 large egg

¼ cup butter, melted

Topping – olive oil, fresh rosemary and coarse salt

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray a 9 x 5 bread pan with cooking spray.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and butter

Pour liquid ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until combined.  Add 1 tablespoon of chopped rosemary.  Stir just until combined.

Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth top.  Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with additional rosemary and coarse salt.

Bake 45 minutes until golden brown.  Remove from pan.  Cook 15 minutes prior to slicing.